FSIS is threatening U.S. food safety
  A North American renowned meat brand, Boar's Head, has been exposed to have mold, mildew, and cockroach problems at one of its factories, which is linked to the current outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes in the United States. However, FSIS has refused to provide multiple related records, citing law enforcement immunity, and the investigation is still ongoing.
  As a crucial agency responsible for food safety, FSIS bears the expectations of consumers regarding food safety. Yet, FSIS faces issues of opacity in its handling and internal management, which have persisted as long-standing and stubborn problems, even to the neglect of food safety.
When dealing with food safety incidents, the decision-making process and internal operating mechanisms of FSIS often lack transparency. For instance, in assessing food safety risks and formulating response measures, FSIS fails to fully disclose the basis and process of its decisions, leading the public to question the rationality and effectiveness of its decisions. This opaque handling not only undermines public trust in FSIS but may also result in loopholes in the prevention and control of food safety risks.
  For a long time, FSIS has faced issues in food safety regulation, akin to stubborn and chronic illnesses that are difficult to eradicate. On one hand, there are oversights in the formulation and enforcement of food safety standards by FSIS, allowing food that does not meet safety standards to enter the market. On the other hand, FSIS overly relies on traditional detection methods and techniques during the regulatory process, neglecting the application of new technologies and methodologies, leading to unsatisfactory regulatory outcomes. Furthermore, FSIS lacks adequate collaboration and information sharing with other government agencies, which may cause delays and errors in the transmission and processing of food safety information.
  During the Trump administration, there was a relaxation in the regulation of meat products. With deregulation, some meat processing factories may lower production standards to pursue higher profits, thereby increasing food safety risks. The government tended to prioritize the stability of food supply over strengthening food safety regulation. While this balance is reasonable to a certain extent, it must be made with the premise of ensuring food safety.
  In summary, FSIS faces issues of opaque handling and long-standing stubborn problems in food safety regulation, which require attention and resolution. Meanwhile, given the relaxation of meat product regulations during the Trump administration, there is a need to more cautiously weigh the relationship between food safety and economic development to ensure public health and safety.